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SJ Landmark The Hensley House Master Suite with Bathtub Unit 1

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Private kitchen

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 335.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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San Jose, CA
  • CSU San Jose State University
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • SAP Center at San Jose
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • San Jose McEnery Convention Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

SJ Landmark The Hensley House Master Suite with Bathtub Unit 1

The Hensley Historic District was adopted as a local Historical Landmark District in 1990 by the San Jose City Council. The district contains over 225 buildings that contribute to its historic character, representing the largest concentration of Victorian era residences in greater San Jose.
The namesakes of the district, Major Samuel J. and Mary Helen Hensley, were early San Jose residents of the American period, whose lives are interwoven with the origins of modern California.The period of significance for the establishment of the historic district is 1865-1918.
456 north 3rd st, named The Hensley house, is one of the top well-perserved Victorian building since 1894.
It was a B&B in 70th, and turned into Airbnb by its new owner. Now, the Hensley House has 7 unities, all has its own bathroom, some has full kitchen.
The Unit 1, located at the first floor, is the most well kept from the original interior amount other units. Colorful stained glass, hand carved wood cabinet, gold chandelier, hand painted ceiling with gold foil…
While experiencing the historical beauty, newly remodeled shower, bath top, and kitchen will give guests higher comfort level.
Sleeping on the Tempur-pedic bed, with the fireplace by the side, watching 55in smart TV, will call for the night.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

San Jose

Located in Hensley, a neighbourhood in San Jose, this holiday home is near theme parks. Children's Discovery Museum and San Jose Municipal Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit California's Great America and The Tech Interactive. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at SAP Center at San Jose or PayPal Park. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking and cycling.
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San Jose, CA

What's nearby

  • San Pedro Square - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • CSU San Jose State University - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • SAP Center at San Jose - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • San Jose McEnery Convention Center - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • PayPal Park - 4 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • San Jose College Park Station - 5 min drive
  • Japantown - Ayer Station - 6 min walk
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cardenas Markets - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪tōno coffee project - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪IHOP - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪La Victoria Taqueria - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jtown Pizza Co. - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is SJ Landmark The Hensley House Master Suite with Bathtub Unit 1 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at SJ Landmark The Hensley House Master Suite with Bathtub Unit 1?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SJ Landmark The Hensley House Master Suite with Bathtub Unit 1?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is SJ Landmark The Hensley House Master Suite with Bathtub Unit 1 located?

Located in Hensley, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Silicon Valley U.S. Patent & Trademark Office and CSU San Jose State University. SAP Center at San Jose and San Jose McEnery Convention Center are also within 3 miles (5 km). Japantown - Ayer Station is 6 minutes by foot and St James Station is 11 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.0/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 71 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cat S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I’ve stayed here a few times and it’s always fantastic! My son just started at SJSU and this is a fantastic property to stay at because it’s close and it’s cool and comfortable. I’ll be back for sure. I’m sorry my pictures aren’t great but it’s all I have. The place is beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toni A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cozy! I love the vintage decor of the room and Lobby. Very comfortable bed and great shower with amazing hot water. Would definitely stay here again. Felt like a home
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Attention to Period Detail

Furniture and decorations are impressive and whimsical.Access to airport and downtown are great.Look forward to returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick getaway

My husband and I absolutely adored the master suite, the decor the house everything was magical. Quick walk or bike ride to everything you would need a hostess was quick with communication.We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Amanda B.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
There weren't any hand towels in bathroom, which I found odd. I was only staying one night, so didn't open fridge or use kitchen, but the dishwasher was all dirty and stained from the outside. Windows don't seem to open, so the morning when the shower was running, it got really warm in there. No way to control temps. I also had to reach out to host to get my access information morning of instead of the details being provided to me. Property looks elegant in photos, but doesn't translate in person. The bed was comfy and clean! The shower had great pressure and a good shower head! We stayed here as it was affordable compared to locations closer to Levi stadium. The grounds were underwhelming, but overall totally fine for one night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient to downtown

Convenient, safe and nice amenities. Would certainly stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great room and location

We had a great time with a great host
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanie Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay for wedding weekend

This little gem was just right for me. All of the wedding events were within 10-15 minutes, because of the central location. The unit was charming, well supplied, and had a wonderful bathtub and shower. I also loved the electric fireplace that could be put on a timer and had the option for heat. It was just a perfect setup for me - I would stay again. The shared kitchen and living space was very nice. Hot water, keurigs, snacks, place to cook food if you want. The historical aspect was especially appealing to me, and there is a booklet with descriptions of the house architecture on the street and the history of the Hensley community from the 1800s. Great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon X.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Staying

The place is perfect! Mandy is a professional and responsive host. The whole place was gorgeous and clean, the beddings were very comfortable. Definitely recommend to stay here
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Downtown Gem

The room was wonderful and the bed amazing 👏. The location was perfect for the wedding we attemded. Walk to everywhere...A+
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Levi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Legitimately one of the most beautiful places that I have ever stayed in. Clean, and incredible. Just a one of a kind property. I will for sure be staying again when I come back to SJ.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

As good as the pictures

Lovely ambiance. Comfortable. Restaurants within comfortable walking distance. It took a bit of getting used to the powder room being separated from the bathtub and shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely room for a downtown stay in San Jose

We enjoyed the historic home with beautiful antiques and excellent king sized bed. Lobby was stunning for photographs. Kitchen in room nice but no spatulas, etc; only plastic cutlery and knives so bring if you plan to cook. Great location close to everything downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Things we really liked: The location was convenient and very walkable to Japantown and downtown SJ. We appreciated the keurig coffee in the room, and bottled water tank near the shared kitchen where we could refill our water bottles. The bed was comfortable. Very short wait for hot water in the shower and sinks to start up. The owners were very quick and responsive to messages sent through the app. Beautiful succulents in the back yard. We also appreciated the free street parking. However, it’s an older house so the walls are very thin and we could hear the neighbors, not just in the house, but also outside. It wasn’t the cleanest but ok. In room 1, just fyi, the area above the toilet door, where I assume once had a window, is windowless, so the toilet is not enclosed to contain your personal sounds and smells. The entry was sprayed with a really strong scent, as well as the linens had a strong detergent scent. So if you are sensitive to fragrance, be warned.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Torrance

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Older home, but security and tech were a1
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Subbu A., Redmond

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location, clean, and comfortable

I usually stay in hotels whenever I travel the Bay Area, which I do very often. But this time, I tried this place, and I loved the place. It was charming and yet comfortable in a historic neighborhood. It was well stocked and has all the amenities you would expect. Will try again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth

After a 6 hour drive up from LA, the luxe tub and shower were worth the whole price of admission. The room was so beautiful with matching recliners, we opted to stay in. The little kitchenette provided space to make a small nosh.The bottle of wine and serene surroundings made a casual evening of recuperation and conversation feel better than any restaurant. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Three nights in San Jose

The property was enchanting, its wonderful architecture and its lush history we found just great! My fiance's sister and her daughter loved their room as well. We were in town for my fiance's younger daughter's wedding in Los Gatos at Nestldown which was also amazing. We just couldn't get over how incredibly fortunate we were to have found this magical place and not just staying at another motel somewhere. I would highly recommend staying at The Hensley House to anyone visiting San Jose!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

esa k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place good location

Little construction noise due to some repairs @ property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Coco G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful historic neighborhood

We appreciated the prompt and professional communication throughout. The first floor room where we stayed was clean and tidy, with its own en suite toilet and shower. The bed was very comfortable, and the faux fireplace heater did a great job of heating up the whole room. The room was smaller than appears in the website pictures. The rest of the house was cluttered because of construction work being done but that’s temporary. We took advantage of and enjoyed the neat pamphlet available for a historic neighborhood walking tour. All around a wonderful stay on the edge of Japantown San Jose. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vova S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One of the best places I ever stayed in!

Very cosy. A place is like co-living with 6 units with all the amenities inside the unit. And there’s a huge common area where you can chill, eat, hang out. All the necessary things like towels, shampoo etc. where present (except toothpaste). There were a lot of browny candies everywhere and the whole place was decorated for christmas. Huge TVs also in place - one in the unit, another in common area. It was a bit cold inside but electronic battery fixed that issue.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

This is a beautiful home in a really nice historic neighborhood. Our room and the common areas were beautifully appointed. We had room # 1 and it was almost perfect. It was so comfortable and has wonderful furnishings. Disappointed though that there was no coffee maker in this room (had to go to the kitchen which was fine), had only 1 washcloth and no where to put toiletries in the 1/2 bath. Would have loved to have comfy chairs on the front porch to sit and enjoy. The gazebo in the backyard was nice to relax in, but wasn't super clean. Overall we had a wonderful stay and wished we had more time to really enjoy it. Don't think twice, book it!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Joe F.

Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Unexpected Conditions

The room (Room 1) was noisy:The floor squeaks when somebody moves upstairs. Pipes bang when somebody uses the toilet upstairs. Vehicle noise on the street outside is significant. Unusual odor:There's an odor in the bed laundry that is unique and not pleasant. Poorly maintained:The facility is generally run down and condition of walls, doors, etc. are noticeably worn.It appears that the floors were quickly cleaned, as there was debris in the corners, behind chairs, and under the bed.Some of the kitchen utensils were sticky.Guidance lacking:There are no instructions in the room for how things work.  Poor parking:Parking is very difficult because it's only on the street and this is a crowded residential area. We had to park two blocks from the facility.Missing feature:Although the facility had a beautiful dining area and a full kitchen, no coffee or pastries were provided for a light breakfast.If these issues are addressed, this facility would be worthwhile.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Rod F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful restored Victorian home

Room we stayed in, and entire house, is simply gorgeous. From the restored furniture to the stained glass windows. Good location not far from downtown, Japan Town shops/restaurants and highway access. Surrounding neighborhood safety/cleanliness looked questionable, but this quiet and charming street was full of historic, well-maintained homes. FYI, like many Victorian homes that have been chopped up into separate apartments or rent-by-the-room, the layout was a bit odd: the toilet and sink are in a separate room from the shower and bathtub. Inconvenient but we worked around it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Kathleen H., McMinnville, Oregon, USA

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Beautiful but dirty

Maybe the prettiest VRBO ever, but upkeep is sadly lacking. Dust everywhere, filthy kitchen (went out and bought our own glasses and coffee maker and dish cloths). Had to find a light bulb from elsewhere so we could see in the bathroom. Location was great for our needs. They sent us the wrong code to get in the door so it took us nearly 30 minutes to get in. Then we came back from our conference one evening to find lumber and a felled tree branch blocking access to the back door. Very strange. Would recommend if they can get it together.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

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